In the latest happiness report by the United Nations, Finland remains the happiest country, but Pakistan made a surprising jump, leaving India behind in the happiness race. Let’s break down what this means and why some countries are happier than others.
Why Pakistan is Happier
The report shows that in Pakistan, young people are feeling the happiest. However, older folks aren’t as content. This year, Pakistan ranked 108th, while India stayed at 126th place. Unfortunately, Afghanistan remains at the bottom of the list.
Who’s the Happiest Globally?
Nordic countries like Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden are among the happiest. But the United States and Germany slipped out of the top 20. On the flip side, Costa Rica and Kuwait joined the top ranks.
What Makes People Happy?
To understand why some countries are happier, we need to look at a few things. People rate their happiness based on how satisfied they feel with their lives. Plus, factors like how much money they have, how supported they feel, how long they live healthily, how free they are, how generous their society is, and how corrupt it is all play a part.
What the Rankings Tell Us
The rankings offer insights into happiness across different ages and places. For example, Lithuania ranks high overall and is especially loved by younger people. But in the United States and Canada, younger folks aren’t feeling as happy as older ones.
Wrapping Up
In summary, the 2024 Happiness Report shows us a lot about what makes people happy worldwide. Pakistan’s rise in happiness is a big deal, and it’s interesting to see some countries drop out of the top ranks. As we dig deeper into what brings joy to different people, we can work on building happier and more inclusive societies for everyone.
